Doing what I am called to do. After writing this, I am planning, God-willing, to make final edits to my sermon and, afterwards, I will probably do some reading to learn about new ways to engage in the world and then go for a run, God-willing.

In this moment and just about every other moment, I believe the most important thing for me is to remember that each and every person, myself included, is accepted and beloved by God. I think holding onto what I believe to be true about God's radical acceptance for all of us no matter what or where we as people might find ourselves in life is the single most important thing for me to remember each moment I live. To trust that I am wholly accepted despite my failings has the power to animate my s...

In this moment and just about every other moment, I believe the most important thing for me is to remember that each and every person, myself included, is accepted and beloved by God. I think holding onto what I believe to be true about God’s radical acceptance for all of us no matter what or where we as people might find ourselves in life is the single most important thing for me to remember each moment I live. To trust that I am wholly accepted despite my failings has the power to animate my soul and usher me into a more loving way of living.

Remembering the vigil many of my friends and fellow citizens (and even some vacationers, too) had Thursday evening at 8 PM in the Town Square in front of the one-time Swain County Court House in Bryson City, NC. We had a nice turnout with prayers, singing, a short speech or two followed by a reading of all the names of the victims slain in Dayton, OH and El Paso, TX. it was a peaceful but passionate vigil without politicization or shouting or recriminations but instead an effort to raise awarene...

Remembering the vigil many of my friends and fellow citizens (and even some vacationers, too) had Thursday evening at 8 PM in the Town Square in front of the one-time Swain County Court House in Bryson City, NC. We had a nice turnout with prayers, singing, a short speech or two followed by a reading of all the names of the victims slain in Dayton, OH and El Paso, TX. it was a peaceful but passionate vigil without politicization or shouting or recriminations but instead an effort to raise awareness of excessive gun violence and the need to take positive actions to prevent future violence. So glad I was there to take part…
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I wish i could say something more profound but due to my recent insomnia, sleep is the most important thing for me right now. i know all too well how quickly my mental health goes down hill when i dont get adequate sleep π

The most important thing in this moment is to be present to this moment. I find this difficult at times, often it feels like most of the time. But formal meditation and contemplation practice are what have helped me be more present to each of my moments. Having a formal practice allows me to feel more whole and integrated as complete being. This brings more peace more often.
A quote attributed to Nadine Stair (85 years old) β Oh, Iβve had my moments, and if I had to do it over again, Iβ...

The most important thing in this moment is to be present to this moment. I find this difficult at times, often it feels like most of the time. But formal meditation and contemplation practice are what have helped me be more present to each of my moments. Having a formal practice allows me to feel more whole and integrated as complete being. This brings more peace more often.

A quote attributed to Nadine Stair (85 years old) β Oh, Iβve had my moments, and if I had to do it over again, Iβd have more of them. In fact, Iβd try to have nothing else. Just moments, one after another, instead of living so many years ahead of each day.β

The most important thing in this moment for me, is centering and grounding myself for the day ahead. I have just meditated and feel lighter. My intention for the day is to be love and acceptance.
I intend to try my hardest to be just that and to flow. Wish me luck as I work with the public!
Happy Friday to All. β€οΈππΈβ€οΈ

As i sit in my kitchen, listening to the patter of boots & pitchforks on my roof; I pray for the safety of these roofers. All young men, sent out without safety gear, just gloves on their hands, boots (steel toed?) & baseball caps to shade the morning sun.